NEW The Charms of the Danube

9 days | Passau • Linz • Budapest • Passau

4 Guided Tours

Ship: Bellejour

Enjoy the scenery, cities and culture along the Danube in a luxurious setting. Our elegant ship, the Bellejour, will pick you up in the three-rivers-city of Passau and take you to the charming city of Vienna, where a traditional “Sachertorte” cake and cosy coffee houses await you. Walk through the beautiful parks on an excursion to the emperor’s summer residence in Baden. On the approach to the fascinating city of Budapest you will see the impressive parliament building. The next port of call is Bratislava, the only capital city in the world to border two countries. Enjoy the sporting activity of the guided e-bike tours in Budapest and Vienna.

NEW FOR 2024 DATES – We have included 1 night pre-cruise hotel in Passau, premium hotel with breakfast.

All Inclusive Fares

WHAT IS INCLUDED?

Economy flight from London and overseas transfer to Passau*

New 2024 - 1 night pre-cruise hotel in Passau

7 nights cruise including all meals

Unlimited drinks including selected wine, beer, cocktails and all non-alcoholic drinks (see page 9)

Welcome and Farewell reception with the Captain

Nightly on board entertainment

4 Guided Excursions

Services of the Cruise Director and local guides

Why this cruise?

• Discover the wonders of Vienna on a thrilling helicopter tour

• Explore the enchanting Biedermeier city of Baden

• Wander the streets of the late gothic town of Steyr

Sennheiser audio headsets on all excursions

Use of on board facilities

Wi-Fi

Onboard Gratuities

Port fees and taxes

Full ATOL financial protection

Baggage handling fees

ITINERARY 9 days | Passau • Linz • Vienna • Budapest • Passau

Day Port Arrival Departure Places you can visit on this cruise

1 Passau Hotel Stay.

2 Passau - 23:30

3 Linz 07:30 18:00

Embarkation from 15:00 to 16:00.

Tour of the cultural capital of Linz with its Baroque main square. Afterwards there is time to explore the city yourself. Excursion to the picturesque town of Steyr with its impressive Late Gothic and Renaissance courtyards.

4 Vienna 08:00 19:30

Tour of the tradition-steeped Danube city of Vienna, including St. Stephen’s Cathedral, the Hofburg and Ringstraße. Excursion to the delightful Biedermeier city of Baden. or a cycle tour of Vienna. or take in the city sights from the air in an exclusive helicopter tour.

5 Budapest 12:00 - Tour of Budapest and its impressive architecture. Night tour of Budapest with Hungarian music.

6 Budapest - 16:00

Experience a Puszta tour with a traditional horsemanship demonstration or “Budapest Impressions” walking tour and a trip on the oldest underground railway in Europe. or a cycle tour of Budapest.

7 Bratislava 09:00 18:30

Tour of Bratislava’s lovingly restored historical alleyways and a trip to the castle, the city’s landmark. Afterwards there will be time to explore the city yourself.

8 Cruise through the UNESCO World Heritage region of Wachau.

Pöchlarn 12:30 16:30 Visit to the impressive Melk Benedictine Monastery.

9 Passau 08:30 - Disembarkation by approx. 09:30.

Excursions included in your package.

Premium excursions can only be booked onboard. Bookings are subject to availability and weather conditions on the day of the excursion. Arrival and departure timings are to be used as a guide only. We reserve the right to make changes to itineraries and excursion programmes. Transfers between Munich and Passau are by local rail connections. Private transfers can be arranged. Please ask for details.

Activity experience – a cycle tour can be additionally booked on board the ship.

2024 PRICES PER PERSON - 9 Days

Prices based on two people sharing with flights from London and are correct at the time of going to print but are subject to change. Regional flights are available but may be subject to an additional supplement and are subject to availability. Cruise only options are available. For full terms and conditions please see page 72-75.

Cabin Key

2 Bed Main Deck Front

2 Bed Main Deck

2 Bed Middle Deck Aft with French Balcony

2 Bed Middle Deck Front with French Balcony

2 Bed Middle Deck with French Balcony

2 Bed Upper Deck Aft with French Balcony

2 Bed Upper Deck Front with French Balcony

2 Bed Upper Deck with French Balcony

Please see pages 60-71 for ship profile & deck plans.

Prices from £1,845

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